The Aurelia High School Class of 2009 Photo by Pierson Photography

Chillin' - Aurelia grads, including Aaron Bruce (left) and Shelby Dierenfield (right), faced a stiff wind in the receiving line after the ceremony Sunday. Photo by Dan Whitney Photo by Dan Whitney

A warm hug on a cold day - Camrin Meyer receives a congratulatory hug in the receiving line after his graduation from Aurelia High School. Photo by Dan Whitney

Proceeding to Graduate - Class of 2009 members Shelby Dierenfield (left) and Maria Cortez (right) are shown during the processional at their Graduation ceremony Sunday. Photo by Dan Whitney

Congrats! - Jordan Glawe receives a congratulatory handshake in the receiving line after Aurelia High School's graduation. Photo by Dan Whitney

Way to go, son! = Graduate Jason Glienke gives his mother Marcy and father Keith a rose and a hug after receiving his diploma. Photo by Dan Whitney

Photo opportunity - As Aurelia grad Steve White gives his mom Liz a rose, and receives a hug and kiss in return, dad Chuck snaps a photo of the moment. Photo by Dan Whitney

Turning the Tassel = Members of the Aurelia High School Class of 2009 performed the traditional "turning of the tassel" ceremony after they received their diplomas Sunday. Photo by Dan Whitney

Gone With The Wind - After 13 years in the Aurelia Community School, the Class of 2009 was gone with the wind following Sunday afternoon's Commencement ceremony. Photo by Dan Whitney